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SF53 DBX

2003 Triumph Speed Master

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

14,049 mi
Last recorded14,049 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Speed Master11,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 DBX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 14,049 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 11,304 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 11,304 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2023 9,303 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 8,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 7,706 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 7,702 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 7,539 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 7,213 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 7,180 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2016 6,313 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 5,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 5,370 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 5,367 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 4,030 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 3,896 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 3,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 May 2007 3,468 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 May 2007 3,468 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Master?

Based on 3,811 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
648
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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SF53 DBX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Speed Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 11,960 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Master fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 DBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Master typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Speed Master is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF53 DBX registered?

SF53 DBX is a 2003 Triumph Speed Master, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is SF53 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 DBX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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